Waterbury residents only; bring a valid Connecticut driver's license showing Waterbury residency. Each household gets 2 free bulky-waste dumps and 4 free yard-waste dumps (pickup-truck loads) per year.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
AcceptedClean, dry mattresses may be recycled separately from bulky waste.
Normal load fee applies
Couch / furniture
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Tire
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Appliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Paint
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Brush and branches
LimitedCut and tied, under 4 inches diameter and no more than 6 feet long.
Item price: call to confirm
Construction debris
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Concrete
Not acceptedScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Not acceptedRecycling
LimitedItem price: call to confirm
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | $28.75 |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| mattress or box spring (beyond free dumps) | $30 each |
Additional dumps beyond the free allowance: $28.75 for the first 500 lbs and $0.0575/lb after ($57.50 per 1,000 lbs).
Payment: Call to confirm · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Waterbury residents only; bring a valid Connecticut driver's license showing Waterbury residency. Each household gets 2 free bulky-waste dumps and 4 free yard-waste dumps (pickup-truck loads) per year.
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Tue-Sat | 7:00 am–3:00 pm |
Summer hours shown (March-November); vehicles must be on the scale by 2:30 PM. Winter hours (December-February): Mon-Fri 7:00 AM-3:00 PM.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
- Household trash
- Paint
- Concrete, stone, brick
- Propane tanks over 20 lb
Free options
Free drop-off options have not been confirmed. Ask about resident allowances and special collection days.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
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